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The glycaemic index (GI) measures how quickly a food raises blood sugar levels after eating. Foods with a high GI cause rapid spikes in blood sugar, followed by quick drops in energy, while those with a lower GI provide a slower, steadier release of energy. Raw honey has a lower glycaemic index than refined sugar, meaning it raises blood sugar levels more gradually.

This is because honey’s natural sugars — mainly fructose and glucose — are balanced with small amounts of enzymes, minerals, and antioxidants that help the body metabolize them more efficiently. Unlike refined sugar, which provides only empty calories, raw honey offers energy combined with valuable nutrients, making it a more wholesome, balanced, and superior natural sweetener.